How much is the bus ticket from Providence to Wilmington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Providence to Wilmington start from $42. The average price for this route is around $79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Providence to Wilmington?

The average bus trip duration from Providence to Wilmington is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 272 miles (438 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Providence to Wilmington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Providence to Wilmington?

The earliest bus departs from Providence to Wilmington at 8:25am. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Providence to Wilmington?

A bus trip from Providence to Wilmington generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Providence to Wilmington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Providence to Wilmington?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Providence to Wilmington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Providence to Wilmington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Providence to Wilmington from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Providence to Wilmington on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:25am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	8h 20m	4:45pm	Newark (DE)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:25am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	11h 55m	9:20pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:10pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	13h 40m	9:50am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:10pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	16h 10m	12:20pm	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures for Providence to Wilmington on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:25am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	8h 20m	4:45pm	Newark (DE)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:25am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	11h 55m	9:20pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	12h 5m	1:35am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	3:15pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	11h 30m	2:45am	Newark (DE)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:15pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	14h 40m	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:38 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Providence to Wilmington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

12h 5mAverage Duration

272 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $229	Average Duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$47 - $1,002	Average Duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Providence and Wilmington?

Stops in Providence

A
Providence Downtown
99 W Exchange St, 02903 Providence, RI
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B
Downtown
Broadway & Greene Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA
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C
Peter Pan Terminal
1 Peter Pan Way, Providence, RI 02904
D
Greyhound Station
1 Kennedy Plz, Providence, RI 02903
E
Brown University
201-235 Lloyd Ave, Providence, RI 02906, USA
F
Canal St & Smith
310 Canal St, Providence, RI 02903

Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,500 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Providence to Wilmington, DE by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Providence to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Providence to Wilmington start from $42. The average price for this route is around $79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Providence to Wilmington?
The average bus trip duration from Providence to Wilmington is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 272 miles (438 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Providence to Wilmington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Providence to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Providence to Wilmington at 8:25am. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Providence to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Providence to Wilmington generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Providence to Wilmington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Providence to Wilmington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Providence to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Providence to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/30

$138

12/01

$82

Today

$43

12/03

$73

12/04

$63

12/05

$81

12/06

No data

12/07

$69

The cheapest trip from Providence to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $43

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Providence to Wilmington, DE, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $43 to $207 for a bus ticket from Providence to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-12-04.